FOUR teams from Coffs Harbour have been accepted to compete in the twelfth Outback Air Race, taking off in September 2025. First held in 1996, it takes place every three years and is now an event of significance in the aviation community. This year’s race was fully subscribed within a day
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Coffs Coast Ocean Swims an annual favourite
Bunker Gallery grant issue resolved
AFTER a delay caused by conflict of interest concerns, a committee of City of Coffs Harbour councillors and the Acting General Manager, has approved a subsidy of $60,000 for the Bunker Gallery. Councillor Tony Judge said there was no question of withholding the subsidy. “It was included in the 2024-25 Council budget
VIEW Clubs celebrate their 65th anniversary
VIEW NSW members have celebrated the 65th anniversary of the club’s founding during an afternoon tea hosted by NSW Governor Margaret Beazley AC KC. VIEW stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women and is a national organisation and support network bringing women together to enjoy social activities and develop
Candidates for the Federal seat of Page outline key policies
Local diver and photographer shares 40 years of ocean adventures
LOCAL diver and underwater photographer Dr Mark Spencer spoke to an audience of 90 people at the National Marine Science Centre (NMSC) Coffs Harbour on Thursday night, 20 March. It was part of the centre’s Marine Discovery series, which is free and open to the public. Advertise with News of The Area
Coffs art group’s Mad Hatters Tea Party raises funds for CanDo Cancer Trust
COFFS Harbour Creative Arts Group (CHCAG) held its annual Mad Hatters Tea Party at the Coffs Harbour Showground Gallery, raising over $600 for the CanDo Cancer Trust. “It was a great afternoon of fun and fundraising,” CHCAG President Sue Roberts told News Of The Area. Advertise with News of The Area
Cultural champion Lesley Schoer named ‘Local Woman of the Year’
COMMUNITY leader and cultural champion Lesley Schoer is the 2025 Coffs Harbour Electorate “Local Woman of the Year”. Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said Lesley was awarded the prestigious honour in recognition of her significant work and strong leadership at the Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium over many years. Advertise with News
